The tool primarily focuses on the Perso-Arabic script and supports Arabic, Urdu, and Persian.

Key features include a comprehensive font bundle that contains typefaces like Manzar Naskh, Ali Nastaliq, Manzar Indian Naskh, Manzar Lahori Nastaliq, and Manzar Noori Nastaliq. The tool also offers multiple options for kashida (text elongation), advanced typographic controls, specialized tools for calligraphy and character variations, and support for complex typographic conventions.

Yes, the Manzar Typesetting Tool is particularly well-suited for Quran publishing. It includes the Manzar Naskh font, which is the first of its kind to support kashida and is specifically designed for Quranic text. It also features the Manzar Indo-Pak Naskh font, based on the traditional Indian Naskh style commonly used in Quranic publications.

The tool integrates seamlessly with Adobe InDesign on the Windows platform. After purchase, it can be installed and activated within InDesign, allowing users to access its features directly through the InDesign interface for a smoother and more efficient workflow.

The tool includes several Nastaliq fonts, such as Ali Nastaliq, Manzar Lahori Nastaliq, and Manzar Noori Nastaliq. These fonts support both kashida and extended kashida. Ali Nastaliq and Manzar Noori Nastaliq also include multiple stylistic variations, making them versatile for creating visually rich and complex designs. Manzar Noori Nastaliq has been specially redesigned as a tribute to the calligraphy of Mirza Jamil Ahmad.

The Manzar Typesetting Tool was developed by Axis Softmedia Inc., a font development research lab based in Mumbai, India. The company was founded in 1992 to address the needs of the Perso-Arabic publishing market.

If you encounter any issues during the purchase, installation, or use of the Manzar Typesetting Tool, you can reach out to Manzar’s customer support team for assistance.